Navy Foundation Kerala Chapter

[ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY @adgpi]

#PassingOutParade at Officers Training Academy, #OTA, #Chennai

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, #CNS reviewed the Passing Out Parade, #POP of SSC-122 & SSC (W)-36 at #OTA, #Chennai on 05 September 26. The #POP showcased immaculate drill, smart turnout, high standards of training & exceptional coordination, marking the culmination of a rigorous military training journey.

On this momentous occasion, 342 Officer Cadets, including 29 Women Cadets, were commissioned into the #IndianArmy, stepping forward to serve the nation as leaders of character and competence. In addition, 17 Officer Cadets, including 10 Women Cadets, from Friendly Foreign Countries #FFC successfully completed their training, further strengthening the enduring bonds of camaraderie and #DefenceCooperation.

The #CNS congratulated the passing out Officer Cadets and their proud parents, highlighting the singular honour of serving in the Armed Forces. He exhorted the newly commissioned officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, courage and commitment in their service to the nation.

@MEAIndia
@DefenceMinIndia
@indiannavy
@artrac_ia
@IaSouthern

[Sidharth.M.P @sdhrthmp]

Indian Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan observing the GSLV-F17/EOS-05 mission at the ISRO Mission Control gallery at SDSC, Sriharikota...

He's seen with former ISRO Chief
Dr. K. Radhakrishnan

[Dr Jitendra Singh @DrJitendraSingh]

Former Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who has taken over as the Chairman of the “National Maritime Foundation” , called on for a courtesy meeting.

Discussed with him different maritime issues in the context of “Deep Ocean Mission” of the Ministry of Earth Sciences #MoES

[Directorate of Naval Veterans @NAVYESM]

In a solemn ceremony at the National War Memorial on 01 Sep 26, heartfelt floral tributes were offered to Late S N Krishnan, EMP II of INS Khukri, a Battle Casualty who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during the 1971 Indo-Pak War.

[President of India @rashtrapatibhvn]

The Change of Guard Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan showcases India’s rich military traditions, discipline and ceremonial splendour. The impressive ceremony offers the visitors a memorable glimpse of India’s proud heritage.

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

#Bridgesoffriendship🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰

VAdm Damian Fernando, Commander of #SriLankaNavy, visited training establishments, HQ #FOST and INS Jamuna at #SNC, Kochi. He interacted with VAdm Sameer Saxena, #FOCINC #SNC, on enhancing training linkages and capacity-building between the two Navies.

[Navy Foundation Kerala Chapter @nfkckochi]

At NOI Kochi

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#Lokayan26
Across the Seas, Strengthening Bonds 🇮🇳🤝🇵🇹

#IndianNavy's Sail Training Ship #INSSudarshini arrived at Lisbon, Portugal, on 22 Aug 26. Marking her 15th port call in seven months, she continues to carry the message of friendship, maritime cooperation and camaraderie across the globe.

#VasudhaivaKutumbakam
#SagarYatra2026 #SailsofIndia

@IndiainPortugal @MarinhaPT
@SpokespersonMoD @IN_HQSNC

[Directorate of Naval Veterans @NAVYESM]

Cmde Sumeet Kapoor, NM, Commodore (Naval Veterans) at NHQ visited Chennai for interaction with Veterans from 21-23 Aug 26. He briefed the veterans on various initiatives by Indian Navy and felicitated the octogenarians.

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#Lokayan26

Sailing Strong, Building Bonds 🇮🇳🤝🇵🇹

#INSSudarshini concluded her port call at Ponta Delgada, Azores, on #16Aug 26 and has set sail for Lisbon.

The visit featured professional & cultural engagements, including deck receptions onboard NRP Sagres and #INSSudarshini, further strengthening maritime cooperation and bonds of friendship between India and Portugal.

#IndianNavy #BridgesofFriendship
#SagarYatra2026 #SailsofIndia

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@IndiainPortugal @MarinhaPT

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[Cdr Abhilash Tomy KC, NM @abhilashtomy]

A couple of weeks back I spent the day at the National Defence Academy, addressing 2400 cadets about my circumnavigation. I was eagerly looking forward to rhe national anthem and meeting the commandant.

Three decades ago, I used to sit in the audience, listening to speakers I thought I would never become. Standing on the other side of it now felt like coming about on a long tack.

Before the talk, I met Admiral Anil Jaggi, the current Commandant, who was a divisional officer at the Naval Academy and we reminisced the time when I wore rhe whites. He is probably the first ex Navac to command the NDA!

I toured the campus and saw a menu card signed by Queen Elizabeth II, from a meal she attended at NDA, visited Sudan Block, home to the portraits of gallantry award winners and past Commandants, including Admiral Awati, reminding not just of the officers who passed theough its gates but also of the institutional memory this place carries in its hold.

Grateful for the invitation, and for a day that brought the cadet I once was back.

[Southern Naval Command @IN_HQSNC]

⚓️ भारतीय नौसेना - सदैव तत्पर🇮🇳

#INSKalpeni along with a Naval Diving Team was deployed off Neendakara, #Kollam, #Kerala to assist the State administration in search operations on 09 Aug 26.

Ship undertook extensive underwater searches off Neendakara and was subsequently diverted to Muthalapozhi, to assist district authorities in another search operation.

Diving operations off Neendakara will resume today.

#IndianNavy #AnytimeAnywhere
@indiannavy @iprdkerala @SpokespersonMoD @DefencePROkochi @KeralaSDMA

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

Adm Krishna Swaminathan, #CNS, is on an official visit to Mauritius (10–13 Aug 2026) to strengthen the India-Mauritius maritime partnership further and deepen bilateral maritime cooperation between the two nations.

Engagements with senior leadership of #Mauritius will focus on enhancing operational-level linkages, strengthening maritime security, capacity building and defence cooperation, and exploring new avenues for collaboration.

The visit reaffirms India's commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships in the #IndianOceanRegion, advancing #NavalCooperation, enhancing #MaritimeSecurity, promoting regional stability, and reinforcing the shared vision of #MAHASAGAR.

🇮🇳 - 🇲🇺#BridgesofFriendship

Details
https://t.co/iHOi5xdnM6

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[PIB India @PIB_India]

‘Nipun’ the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV), built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited was delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 Jul 2026 at Visakhapatnam. The vessel has been designed and constructed in accordance with Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

‘Nipun’ draws her name from Sanskrit signifying ‘one who is adept, capable, and well versed in a particular discipline’. True to the name, the ship is highly specialised and is capable of undertaking deep sea dive operations and rescue operations at sea.

The ship is installed with state-of-the-art Dive Equipment and has capability to undertake Deep Sea Saturation Diving. A side diving stage has also been provided for undertaking Diving Operations.

Read here: https://t.co/JLGA22vSJY

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[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

Vice Admiral AN Pramod, AVSM, YSM, assumed charge as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, #DCNS.

He succeeds Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, UYSM, AVSM, VSM, who superannuated on 31 Jul 2026 after more than 38 years of distinguished service in the #IndianNavy.

https://t.co/TYGQbYvV80

[Sachidanand Menon @Sachida72117650]

He is a colonel from the Indian Army 🇮🇳🇮🇳 https://t.co/Af4e8cuaGS

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

#OpSouthernReadiness 26-2 ⚓

🇮🇳🤝🌍 Sharpening Skills. Broadening Perspectives.

Day 2 of #OpSouthernReadiness 26-2 showcased #IndianNavy's world-class training ecosystem, as #CMF participants gained hands-on experience, enhanced professional competence and deepened maritime domain awareness.

#PreferredSecurityPartner #PreferredTrainingPartner #CTF154Training
#IndianNavyAtHelm #ReadyTogether

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@IN_HQSNC

[All India Radio News @airnewsalerts]

New Delhi: Defence Minister @rajnathsingh along with Chief of Defence Staff General N.S. Raja Subramani, Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and other military officials attended the flag-in ceremony of the first-ever 𝐓𝐫𝐢-𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 via video conferencing in New Delhi.

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

New incarnation. Historic namesake.
#INSMalvan returns, carrying forward a distinguished legacy of honour and service.

The #IndianNavy commissioned #INSMalvan, the second of the indigenous Mahe-class ASW-SWC, at Karwar on 22 Jul 26.

The ceremony was presided over by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh #CAS in presence of VAdm Sanjay Vatsayan #FOCINC #WNC.

Equipped with cutting-edge sensors and weapons, the ship significantly enhances the #IndianNavy's coastal and shallow-water operational capabilities and highlights the continued induction of a new generation of indigenous shallow-water warriors - sleek, swift and proudly Indian.

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#AatmanirbharBharat

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@cslcochin

[SpokespersonNavy @indiannavy]

⚓️ 🌊 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻.

𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘷𝘢𝘯, the second of the indigenous 𝙈𝙖𝙝𝙚-𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, is set to join the #IndianNavy on 22 𝗝𝘂𝗹 26. The ship has been designed and built by @cslcochin under @makeinindia initiative. 

#AatmanirbharBharat